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- calendar_today November 12, 2026
National Signing Day Marks a Milestone for St. Catherine’s School
On Wednesday, St. Catherine’s School in Richmond, Virginia, held a celebratory event for eleven of its student-athletes who officially committed to continue their education and participate in collegiate sports. The occasion was part of National Signing Day, a pivotal moment for high school athletes pursuing college athletics and academic advancement.
Wide Range of Athletic Talent Represented
The group of eleven students will be competing in nine different sports at the collegiate level. These include swimming, lacrosse, softball, track and field, rowing, field hockey, and basketball. The diversity in sports highlights the breadth of talent fostered at St. Catherine’s School.
Breakdown of Sports and College Destinations
Among the honored athletes:
- Three will compete in track and field.
- Two will swim at the collegiate level.
- Two are set to play lacrosse.
- One each will represent their colleges in softball, rowing, field hockey, and basketball.
Student-Athletes and Their Future Colleges
The following St. Catherine’s student-athletes announced their commitments:
- Kinnady Branch — Track and field at Emory University
- Avery Reed — Swimming at Hobart and William Smith Colleges
- Lucy Ferrell — Lacrosse at Campbell University
- Carlee Mullins — Lacrosse at Princeton University
- Isabella Viruet — Softball at James Madison University
- Carter Torrence — Track and field at Dickinson College
- Ada Huntington — Rowing at Indiana University
- Olivia Tull — Field hockey at Sewanee: The University of the South
- Savannah Spaulding — Basketball at the University of Mary Washington
- Sirena DiGiacomo — Swimming at the University of Mary Washington
- Ginny Green — Track and field at Roanoke College
Personal Connections and Community Pride
The celebration held a special meaning for CBS 6 evening anchor GeNienne Samuels, as her niece Kinnady Branch will be competing in track and field at Emory University. This personal connection underscored the sense of community and pride in the achievements of all eleven students.
Acknowledging Years of Commitment
Wednesday’s event recognized not only the athletes’ athletic potential but also their dedication to academics and their growth as teammates and competitors. The commitments mark the culmination of numerous practices, competitions, and disciplined effort shown by each student-athlete over the years.
Looking Forward
As these eleven student-athletes leave St. Catherine’s to represent their chosen colleges and universities, they carry with them the legacy of hard work and the support of their school and local community. Their next steps promise continued personal and athletic growth at the collegiate level.
Source: wtvr.com.
